Αναζήτηση
Case law
01
the body of law formed by judicial decisions and precedents established in past court cases, used as a basis for deciding similar issues in subsequent legal proceedings
02
a system of jurisprudence based on judicial precedents rather than statutory laws
case law
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The Supreme Court's landmark decisions have significantly shaped case law in areas such as civil rights and constitutional law.
The court's decision was influenced by relevant case law that established a precedent in similar situations.
The attorney presented a comprehensive brief, citing relevant case law to bolster the client's position.
During the trial, both sides presented arguments based on contrasting interpretations of case law.
The lawyer documented her arguments with relevant case law and statutes.
